1872-S $10 MS61 NGC. A conditionally rare frontier era
S-mint Eagle from an original mintage of a mere 17,300 pieces, the
present piece is the finest of just two 1872-S Tens certified at
the Mint State level (the other being an NGC MS60). This important
example is atypically bold and there are no obtrusive contact
marks, although a wispy pinscratch is noted near Liberty's ear.
Both sides display bright satiny luster and a touch of
coppery-orange patina at the borders. All San Francisco Mint Eagles
between 1857 and 1877 are extremely rare in Uncirculated grades,
and the 1872-S is no exception. Population: 1 in 61, none finer
(7/04).(#8665) (Registry
values: N7079) (NGC ID# 2653, PCGS# 8665)